Good morning, Lawton.

LETRA will stay open on weekends through September, offering putt-putt golf, boating, paintball, and archery while the beach and water slide close on September 1 — the center will operate from 11 AM to 7 PM on Saturdays and Sundays and will also open on September 1 for Labor Day.

LAWTON — The Comanche County Industrial Development Authority is considering selling a 320-acre site north of the SW Rail Industrial Park to Firehawk Aerospace, which wants to build a rocket fuel manufacturing plant there.

Firehawk plans to invest $22 million in equipment for a $23 million plant and the authority discussed this plan on Aug. 19 but has not taken action yet.

Lawton voters can learn about candidates for City Council wards 3, 4 and 5 at a forum on Aug.

31 from 2 to 4 p.m. at VFW Post 5263—candidates will share their plans while voters also learn about two charter amendments before the Sept. 9 primary and a potential general election on Nov. 18.

Governor Kevin Stitt signed five criminal justice reform bills at the Capitol on Tuesday.

House Bill 1460 cuts court fees and drew praise from reform groups — House Bill 2364 helps inmates obtain a REAL ID license, and both will take effect on Nov. 1.

Candidates Kirby Brown, Paul Greene and Charlie Pulliam are running for Lawton’s Ward 3 council seat—each plans to address local issues including roads, absentee landlords and a detailed review of the city budget.

Early voting is set for Sept. 4 and 5 while Election Day is on Sept. 9.

Taron Epps was sworn in as Ward 2 councilman today — he will work on local government issues with the city council.

The Comanche County Hospital Authority has received an $899,497.24 grant from the Oklahoma Opioid Abatement Board to expand its program for opioid-affected perinatal women and newborns—adding a dedicated Perinatal Case Manager and two doulas—to improve screening and treatment referrals.

Rooted in Ranch Oak Reunion 2025

6 PM – 9 PM — George M Lee Park — Cost not specified — Celebrate nostalgia and reconnect with the Ranch Oak community during this heartfelt reunion.

Comedy Buzz

7-9 p.m. — Comedy Avenue — $15 Entry — Enjoy an evening of laughter with free snacks and BYOB for those 18 and over.

JBF Lawton All Season Children's Consignment Sale

5 PM-8 PM, 9 AM-8 PM, 9 AM-3 PM — Comanche County Fairgrounds — Cash and cards accepted — Save 50-90% on clothes and items for your growing family at this seasonal sale.

Comedy Night with Andrew Patterson and Casey Coleman

7-9 p.m. — Comedy Avenue — Free entry — Watch comedians try out fresh material while enjoying free snacks and BYOB.

CAPM Certification Training in Lawton, OK

9 AM – 5 PM — Lawton Oklahoma — Early Bird pricing available — Comprehensive CAPM certification training with interactive classroom experience and extensive resources.

SMART Budgeting Workshop with Arvest Bank

3-4 p.m. — Lawton Public Library — Free entry — Learn to set and maintain a budget while exploring financial goals with Arvest Bank professionals.